Train Accident in north Lexington releases dangerous gas; shelter in place order in effect

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September 19, 2018

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DATE: 9-19-2018
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Anhydrous Ammonia leaking from overturned train

A train carrying Anhydrous Ammonia has overturned onto Russell Cave Road near WLEX-TV studios. At least one car is leaking. Emergency Management is telling people within a half-mile radius of the site to shelter in place until further notice.

The affected area roughly includes Lexmark, the National Guard training facility and the North Park shopping center.

Police and Fire officials are on the scene.

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